10 Warning Signs Your Partner Is Still in Love With Their Ex!

Last Updated on December 8, 2020

3. They keep talking about their ex

Rookie tip: If you want to build a successful relationship, stop talking about your ex. Does your partner need to hear this piece of advice? If so, then that is something to reflect on. People who are constantly talking about the people they used to date show clear signs that they are still not over their exes. It’s not nice, it’s not cool, and it’s incredibly inconsiderate. If this keeps happening in your relationship, be vocal about how it makes you feel and see where your partner stands on this issue.

4. They want you to act like their ex

Someone who is still hung up on their ex will constantly try to look for parts of their previous partner on the new people they are dating, and this is an issue. Firstly, because if your partner feels that way, they shouldn’t even consider dating. Secondly, because it shows no regard for the people they are with at the moment. Having a partner that suggests changes to your behavior or your appearance to get you to fill the void their ex left is borderline abusive, and it can deteriorate your self-love and self-confidence. You deserve someone who loves you for who you are and not someone trying to turn you into a clone of someone they loved before and can’t have anymore.

5. They will try to find excuses to reconnect with their ex

Your current partner doesn’t engage in frequent contact with their ex, but as soon as a holiday, a birthday, or a special occasion is around the corner, they find an excuse to reach out to them. Is this a red flag? You bet! A study has found that people who try to remain in touch with their exes are less likely to commit to their new partners fully and more likely to cheat in a relationship. These people tend to look at their new partner as plan-B, rather than a person they truly want to be with.

6. They still talk to their ex’s family

If your partner was in a long relationship with their ex, it’s normal that they have developed close connections with their ex’s family, and overall it would be ok if they were to stay in touch occasionally. It can become a problem if you start noticing that the only reason your partner is still in contact with their ex’s family is to stay updated on their ex’s life.